Forest fires
Report smoke, active fires or suspected arson in any reserved or protected forest area.
Maharashtra Forest Department
महाराष्ट्र वन विभाग · Control Room
For any forest-related issue across Maharashtra — call our toll-free helpline. Our executives will record your concern and connect it to the right field officer.
Our executives handle all forest-related queries and route them to the appropriate field team for action.
Report smoke, active fires or suspected arson in any reserved or protected forest area.
Leopard, tiger, snake or other wildlife seen in human habitation. Injured or distressed animals.
Tree cutting without permit, timber smuggling, hunting or trapping of protected species.
Suspected encroachment on forest land, illegal construction or quarrying inside forest boundaries.
Crop damage, livestock attacks or any incident involving wild animals in your village or town.
Permits, eco-tourism, plantation drives, volunteering and other Forest Department information.
Toll-free from any phone in Maharashtra. No charges apply.
A trained operator will note location, nature of issue and your contact details.
The complaint is forwarded to the concerned Range Forest Officer or rapid response unit.
Field staff respond on ground and the Control Room can update you on status.
The Maharashtra Forest Department is responsible for the conservation, protection and scientific management of forests and wildlife across the state — covering reserved forests, protected areas, tiger reserves, wildlife sanctuaries and national parks.
The State Forest Control Room serves as a single, citizen-facing point of contact for any forest-related concern. The toll-free helpline is operated by trained executives who coordinate with field divisions across all districts.